Landscape Gardener

Advertisement Closes 5/25/2026 (8:00 PM EDT) 26-02362 Landscape Gardener Pay Grade 10 Salary $15.14 - $22.70 Hourly Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH

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FULL TIME

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ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY

| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks Location 1050 State Park Road Pineville, KY 40677 USA Description Join the team as a Landscape Gardener at Pine Mountain!! Come for a job, stay for a career. If you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career, where you can work in a positive work-family environment and be part of a fun-loving team, we would love to review your application for Landscape Gardener. We are currently seeking a full-time Landscape Gardener to work in the Golf Maintenance division at Pine Mountain State Resort Park. Pine Mountain is located 15 miles from Cumberland Gap National Park and the oldest state park in Kentucky. We are comprised of a hotel/lodge, cabins, cottages', restaurant, convention center, 18-hole golf course, pool, natural amphitheater, picnic shelters, nature center and hiking trails. Primary duties of the Landscape Gardener Position include, but are not limited to the following: Maintains the land and plant life of an 18-hole golf course. Mows and manicures all tees, fairways, putting greens and rough areas of an 18-hole golf course. Responsible for checking, removing and repairing any deterioration or hazards that include fallen trees, flooding, damaged paths, or sinkholes. Uses manual and power operated equipment. Greet guests and golfers in a courteous and professional manner. Providing a quality product, ensuring that golfers have a positive experience. The Kentucky Department of Parks offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package for full-time employees. Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation) plus Paid Holidays. Affordable Health Insurance and optional Health Reimbursement account and Wellness Incentives Program. Life, Dental and Vision Insurance. Retirement Plan. Park Familiarization at other State Parks.

Training / Career

Development Opportunities. Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K/457K). Employee Discounts. Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION

High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS

Must have two years of experience in grounds maintenance, golf course greens keeping, landscaping, farming, or other related experience. Substitute

EDUCATION

for

EXPERIENCE

An associate degree or technical training in horticulture or a related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. A Kentucky Certified Nurseryman, Certified International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist or other trade certification will substitute for the required experience. Substitute

EXPERIENCE

for

EDUCATION

NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Operate power equipment. Exposed to substances commonly associated with landscaping (pesticides, fertilizers, etc.). Exposed to loud noises and sharp objects. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in

KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Rita Jackson-Edmondson at Rita Jackson-Edmondson@ky.gov or 606-337-3066. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Apply Now Share Save Job